EU top diplomat backs 'principled' trade ban on illegal Israeli settlements

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas endorsed a trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements, framing it as a 'principled stance' that would not require unanimity among member states. The proposal, if adopted, would mark a significant shift in EU policy toward settlement products, potentially escalating diplomatic friction with Israel. The exact scope and timeline remain unclear, and the ban's legal basis and member-state support are uncertain.